Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake pest control activities in a food processing premises.
The unit applies to individuals who carry out pest control duties described in an established pest management program in a food processing premises.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify causes and impact of pest activity in a food processing premises | 1.1 Identify types of pests typically encountered in a food processing premises 1.2 Identify signs and causes of pest infestation 1.3 Explain potential impacts of pest infestation on food products |
2. Identify pest control processes | 2.1 Identify pest control processes used in the food processing premises 2.2 Check suitability of identified chemicals for use in a food processing context 2.3 Identify environmental, stakeholder and animal welfare considerations when undertaking pest control processes 2.4 Identify regulatory and customer requirements affecting pest control operations in the food processing premises |
3. Implement pest elimination and control procedures | 3.1 Identify specified operator roles and responsibilities for the food processing premises 3.2 Carry out identified roles and responsibilities according to workplace requirements 3.3 Complete recording and reporting requirements |
4. Review effectiveness of pest control processes | 4.1 Undertake visual check of the effectiveness of pest control processes within scope of responsibility 4.2 Suggest modifications to the pest control program where appropriate 4.3 Make changes to the control process as agreed with the relevant personnel |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Reads and interprets establishment work instructions |
Communication | Communicates with supervisors to seek guidance, express concerns and suggest changes to process |
Sectors
All meat processing sectors